With the official release of Fallout 4's next-gen update announced a year ago, you might be curious to learn how you can get your hands on it if you're a next-gen console owner. If so, here's everything you need to know about this update.
How to download Fallout 4 next gen update on consoles
The method by which you download this next-gen update depends on which console you are playing the game on. I'll break down the console's instructions, for your reference.
How to download Fallout 4 next-gen update on PS5
If you are a PS5 owner and play the digital version of Fallout 4go to your digital marketplace and search for Fallout 4. The next generation update is a a separate list from standard Fallout 4. All you have to do is press download on this particular list and the update will come on its own. Once it's done, you're done. Simple as can be.
If you own a PS5 physical copy of Fallout 4before you can search for it on the digital store, you will have to first insert the disc into your console. After doing that, do the same as mentioned above and search for Fallout 4 in the store. Find the particular list and download it.
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If you have Fallout 4 via PS Plus, currently, there is no way you can get the next-gen update for free. This is likely an oversight/error on Sony's part, as players using the Xbox equivalent service, Xbox Game Pass, can download the free next-gen update as active subscribers. We will keep you updated on the progress on this as it is likely that this will change soon.
How to download Fallout 4 next gen update on Xbox X|S
If you are playing Fallout 4 on the Xbox X|S, then when you turn on your Xbox and try to play Fallout 4, it will just start downloading the next-gen update by itself. If it doesn't, you can force a manual update by selecting Fallout 4 from your library and selecting Manage Games and plugin. From here, choose Updates and you should see the next-gen update available for you.
Players using Xbox Game Pass can follow the same instructions above to get the free next-gen update.
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